Cheese and Eggs Archives : Ooh La Loire

WELSH RAREBIT

By Sheila Wilton
February 7, 2026
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Welsh rarebit is a pub classic. Good cheese, beer, mustard and Worcestershire sauce combined and spread on toast make for a perfect hearty lunch or a rich starter. INGREDIENTS Serves … Continue Reading →

GOLDEN BROCCOLI BAKE

By Sheila Wilton
November 6, 2025
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This is a revelation. The broccoli is tender yet vibrant, the carrots add a touch of sweetness, and the ham brings a smoky depth that rivals any meat … Continue Reading →

BURRATA WITH ROASTED PLUMS, PISTACHIOS AND THYME

By Sheila Wilton
August 18, 2025
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Burrata with Roasted Plums, Pistachios & Thyme – A Sweet-Savory Sensation Burrata with roasted plums, pistachios, and thyme is an exquisite dish that celebrates the flavours of late summer … Continue Reading →

MARY BERRY’S CHEESE AND ONION PIE

Mary Berry’s Cheese and Onion Pie is made with a buttery shortcrust pastry filled with caramelized onions and plenty of cheese. It is baked to golden perfection, offering a creamy, … Continue Reading →

DOLCELATTE TART WITH SAGE AND PINE NUTS

Sweet, gooey soft cheese cased in flaky pastry is a cheese-lover’s delight. Serve it with a pear and leaf salad. INGREDIENTS Serves 4-6 320g ready-rolled shortcrust pastry Extra-virgin olive oil … Continue Reading →

SPRING VEGETABLES AND CANNELLINI BEANS

By Sheila Wilton
April 28, 2025
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Spring into action with a quickfire cheesy gratin with white beans and vegetables A molten, crunchy-topped gratin full of tender, verdant greens is sure to elicit a few “oohs” … Continue Reading →

PASTA WITH AUBERGINE, CHILLI AND LEMON.

By Sheila Wilton
April 14, 2025
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A big, delicious, melting mush of creamy, garlicky aubergine INGREDIENTS Serves 4 1 large or 2 medium aubergines 4-6 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Salt Dried red chilli flakes 1-2 garlic … Continue Reading →

CLASSIC SPANISH OMLETTE WITH CHEESE

Spain is famously known for their omelettes, especially the classic Tortilla de Patatas. However, this recipe Tortilla de Patatas con Queso Manchego, is probably the best one we’ve tried . … Continue Reading →

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DOMAINE DE SAINT-MAUR Ideally located in Anjou, the Domaine Saint-Maur is located on the hills that dominate the left bank of the Loire, the Thoureil, Maine and Loire. The vineyards of Saint Maur became the property of the CHOUTEAU family in 1962. Winegrowers and winemakers for several generations, we bring our passion and our know-how to the breeding of our vines. The main grape varieties that make up the 36 ha predominantly clay-limestone are theCabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon-Chenin, Sauvignon Blanc and Grolleau .

Manoir de Jouralem Manoir de Jouralem is a new stylish boutique bed and breakfast & Gite in The Loire Valley, France. Opened in July 2018, Mel & Hywel are English speaking owners living the good life with their young family and Tilly the wonder-dog. There are 8 hectares of grounds to explore, including the new natural swimming pool, walks through the woods, passing the flower garden, orchard and picnic area. They look forward to welcoming you for a well deserved stay, whether you are wine and food enthusiasts, keen cyclists, chateaux visitors or just need a good cosy rest.

Domaine Leduc Frouin Nathalie and Antoine LEDUC now run the family estate founded in 1873. Before them, four generations of winegrowers - parents, uncle, grandparents - built and developed the Seigneurie vineyard. Combining tradition and modernity , they do everything they can to offer you typical Anjou wines, subtle and surprising. Passionate, they work rigorously on their vineyard of around thirty hectares located in Martigné-Briand, in the heart of Haut-Layon. The diversity of their terroirs - falun, schist, clay - allows them to produce plot-by-plot vinifications that reveal the character of the Seigneurie wines each year.